The Meliha Dairy Factory in Sharjah was officially inaugurated by Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, marking the launch of a fully integrated dairy production and packaging operation in the United Arab Emirates. A central feature of the project is the deployment of Tetra Pak’s carton packaging technology, which forms a core …
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Hotpack Global has been named Sustainable Business of the Year – Middle East (FMCG Sector) at the Sustainability 2040 Awards, recognising the company’s sustainability initiatives and reporting practices. The award places the UAE-based packaging manufacturer among organisations contributing to long-term environmental and social goals aligned with regional sustainability frameworks. According …
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UPM has launched UPM Circular Renewable Black™, described as the first bio-based, near-infrared (NIR)-detectable, carbon-negative pigment designed specifically for use in premium packaging. The innovation aims to address long-standing challenges related to black-colored packaging and its compatibility with recycling systems. Traditionally, black packaging has been difficult to recycle due to the …
BOBST hosted a two-day roadshow in Sousse, Tunisia, on 3 and 4 December 2025, to present recent developments in packaging technologies and sustainability practices. The event attracted over 150 attendees to the Sousse Pearl Marriott Resort & Spa Hotel, offering sector-focused sessions and insights from industry partners. Day one of the …
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Lecta has introduced Metalvac Ice Cream, a metallized paper designed specifically for the packaging of ice cream cones. The new product aims to offer a recyclable alternative to conventional laminate packaging in the frozen food sector. Available in 123 gsm, Metalvac Ice Cream features a metallized surface suitable for offset, flexographic, and rotogravure …
Tabreed, the UAE-based district cooling company, has partnered with cleantech firm Sparklo to expand the country’s recycling infrastructure through the deployment of reverse vending machines (RVMs). The initiative includes the installation of 16 Tabreed-branded “Sparklomat” units in high-traffic locations across Abu Dhabi and Dubai. One Sparklomat has already been placed at Tabreed’s headquarters, while the …
Amcor has announced its participation in a new three-year recycling initiative in Denmark aimed at establishing a full-scale system for circular recycling of polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) food packaging. The project, named Circular Recycling Innovation for Sustainable Packaging (CRISP), is led by the Danish Technological Institute and involves collaboration with food manufacturers …
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SIG has received a platinum rating from EcoVadis for the seventh consecutive year, earning a record score of 99 out of 100 in its 2025 assessment. According to the company, this result places SIG among the top 1% of more than 130,000 companies assessed globally for sustainability performance. The EcoVadis rating is …
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Constantia Flexibles has retained its EcoVadis Platinum rating for 2025, placing the packaging manufacturer among the top 1% of companies rated globally for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. The Vienna-based company first achieved the Platinum rating in 2024. The consecutive recognition reflects its ongoing efforts to embed sustainability into its operations and …
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DS Smith has set a new world record for sailing in a corrugated cardboard boat during the biennial ‘Blue Ribbon of the Weser’ event in Minden, Germany. The record was achieved by a crew of twenty-three who successfully paddled a fibre-based, Catamaran-inspired boat over a 250-metre distance on the River Weser. The boat, measuring around …
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